David Robert Joseph Beckham, OBE (born 2 May 1975) is an English footballer who currently plays in midfield for Milan in Serie A, on loan from Major League Soccer club Los Angeles Galaxy. He was captain of the English national team from 2000 to 2006. His career began with Manchester United, making his 1st first-team appearance in 1992 at the age of 17. He left the club to join Real Madrid in 2003. He began playing for the MLS LA Galaxy in 2007. He is one of the most famous players in the world. Beckham's marriage to Victoria (Posh Spice) contributed towards him becoming a major celebrity.